Low Fat White Sauce Recipe

Elevate your favorite dishes with this lightened-up white sauce! Perfect for pasta, vegetables, chicken, or fish, this recipe cuts calories without sacrificing creamy deliciousness. Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor, it's your new go-to for healthy and satisfying meals.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 118.5 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Low Fat White Sauce

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How to Make Low Fat White Sauce

  1. In a heavy medium saucepan, whisk together 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until smooth to remove any lumps.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of milk until completely smooth and lump-free.
  3. Add the remaining 2 cups of milk and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg. Whisk until combined.
  4. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, for about 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer.
  5. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of egg substitute (or 1 large egg) with 2 tablespoons of the hot white sauce until light and frothy.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Gently whisk the egg mixture into the remaining white sauce.
  7. Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter and 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  8. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. For best results, let the sauce rest for at least 10 minutes after cooking before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Can be made ahead, covered, and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before using.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

26g

Fat

11g

Carbs

4g